Billecart-Salmon : Cuvée Nicolas François Billecart 2002

The refinement and aromatic finesse of a vintage champagne signed Billecart-Salmon

The property

Since its creation in 1818 by the spouses Elisabeth Salmon and Nicolas-François Billecart, the Billecart-Salmon Champagne House has remained independent, preserving for 7 generations the entirety of its know-how and the demand for the quality of its cuvées.

The vineyard

The vineyard of the Billecart-Salmon House extends from the Côte des Blancs to the Montagne de Reims over nearly 100 hectares. The vines are cultivated and cared for in a traditional way in order to get closer to an authentic fruit and reflection of the quality of the Champagne terroir.

The wine

The Cuvée Nicolas François Billecart was created in 1964 in tribute to the founder of this Champagne House.

Resulting from a blend of pinot noir and chardonnay and a partial vinification in oak barrels, this cuvée wonderfully combines aromatic elegance and the richness of the fruit.

Vinification and aging

20% of the production is vinified in oak barrels. Partial malolactic fermentation. Maturation on lees in the estate's cellars takes place over a period of 10 years. The dosage of this 2002 vintage champagne is 4 g/liter.

Blend

60% pinot noir from the Premiers and Grands Crus of the Montagne de Reims and the Grande Vallée de la Marne and 40% chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs.

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Cuvée Nicolas François Billecart 2002 from Billecart-Salmon

Tasting

Color
Bright, the color is a beautiful golden yellow, adorned with golden reflections. The bubbles are chiseled

Nose
The nose is rich and subtle with fragrances of malt, white peaches, nectarines and mirabelles, combined with the complexity of mandarin zest aromas.

Palate
The palate is balanced with fruity and resinous flavors of great nobility such as spruce or Houlle juniper. This wine has a splendid vinosity.

Food and wine pairing

A beautiful roasted Bresse poultry or a delicious Veal Côte de Veau are refined pairings with this Cuvée Nicolas François Billecart 2002.

Service

For optimal tasting, serve at 11-12°C. This cuvée can wait in cellars for more than 10 years.